Spine
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This was a prospectively captured cohort study. ⋯ Spine surgery continues to advance toward patient-specific care. Higher NCS-opioids/sedatives values may predict up to a twofold increase in postoperative healthcare utilization. High values should prompt an interdisciplinary approach to mitigate deleterious prescription drug use.
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Retrospective cohort study. ⋯ Initial adherence to prescribed AIS brace wear was associated with future adherence, bracing success, and curve improvement. Early recognition of nonadherence may offer an opportunity for supportive intervention to improve brace wear behavior.